What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Southport?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Southport is to line 575 bus and bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Southport?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Southport is to train which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Southport. However, there are services departing from Noel Street and arriving at Duke Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Southport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bolton and arriving at Southport. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Bolton to Southport?

The distance between Bolton and Southport is 27 miles. The road distance is 29.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton to Southport without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton to Southport without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Southport?

The train from Bolton to Southport takes 54 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Southport bus from?

Bolton to Southport bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Noel Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Southport train from?

Bolton to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Southport?

The best way to get from Bolton to Southport is to train which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £20. Alternatively, you can line 125 bus and bus, which costs £6 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Bolton to Southport bus arrive?

Bolton to Southport bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Bolton to Southport train arrive?

Bolton to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Southport is 29 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Bolton to Southport.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton to Southport?

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Where can I stay near Southport?

There are 1987+ hotels available in Southport.

Bolton to Southport - 5 ways to travel via train, line 125 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bolton to Southport by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
54 min
£10–20
Line 575 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Noel Street to Wigan Bus Stationbus 575
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Duke Streetbus 375 / ...
3h 3m
£3–5
Line 125 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Noel Street to Bus Stationbus 125
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2
2h 43m
£6
Drive 29.2 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Southportcar 29.2 mi
55 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Southporttaxi 29.2 mi
55 min
£60–75

Bolton to Southport by train

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Distance: 26.7 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Southport, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Southport hourly. Tickets cost £10–20 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Noel Street to Duke Street via Bus Station in around 2h 43m.

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